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| Title | 2028 Summer Olympics |
| Host city | Los Angeles |
| Nation | United States |
| Stadium | Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum |
| Summer winter | Summer |
| Previous | 2024 Summer Olympics |
| Next | 2032 Summer Olympics |
2028 Summer Olympics. The 2028 Summer Olympics, officially known as the Games of the XXXIV Olympiad, are scheduled to take place in Los Angeles, California, from July 21 to August 6, 2028, featuring renowned athletes such as Usain Bolt, Michael Phelps, and Simone Biles. The event is organized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) in collaboration with the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) and the Los Angeles Organizing Committee (LAOC), with support from the National Olympic Committee (NOC) of the United States. The games will be broadcast globally by major networks, including NBC, BBC, and CBC, reaching a vast audience, similar to the 2012 Summer Olympics and the 2016 Summer Olympics.
The bidding process for the 2028 Summer Olympics began in 2015, with Los Angeles and Paris emerging as the top contenders, following the withdrawal of Rome, Budapest, and Hamburg. The IOC ultimately selected Los Angeles as the host city in 2017, with Paris being awarded the 2024 Summer Olympics, in a decision that involved Thomas Bach, Eric Garcetti, and Anne Hidalgo. The bidding process was influenced by factors such as the Olympic Agenda 2020, which aimed to reform the bidding process, and the International Olympic Committee's (IOC) desire to reduce costs and increase transparency, as seen in the 2018 Winter Olympics and the 2020 Summer Olympics. The United States Olympic Committee (USOC) played a crucial role in the bidding process, working closely with the Los Angeles Organizing Committee (LAOC) and the IOC, as well as other organizations, including the National Olympic Committee (NOC) of the United States and the International Paralympic Committee (IPC).
The 2028 Summer Olympics will feature a range of venues, including the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum, the Los Angeles Stadium at Hollywood Park, and the Staples Center, which have hosted numerous high-profile events, such as the Super Bowl, the Grammy Awards, and the NBA Finals. Other venues, such as the University of Southern California (USC) and the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), will also be used, with the Rose Bowl and the Dodger Stadium potentially hosting certain events, similar to the 1984 Summer Olympics and the 1994 FIFA World Cup. The Los Angeles Organizing Committee (LAOC) has worked to ensure that the venues are sustainable and accessible, with the support of organizations such as the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the United States Olympic Committee (USOC), and the National Olympic Committee (NOC) of the United States, as well as the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) and the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
The 2028 Summer Olympics schedule will feature a range of sports, including athletics, swimming, and gymnastics, with the opening ceremony taking place on July 21, 2028, and the closing ceremony on August 6, 2028, at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. The games will be broadcast globally by major networks, including NBC, BBC, and CBC, with coverage of events such as the 100m dash, the 4x100m relay, and the marathon, which have been featured in previous Olympics, such as the 2012 Summer Olympics and the 2016 Summer Olympics. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has worked to create a schedule that is balanced and exciting, with the support of organizations such as the United States Olympic Committee (USOC), the National Olympic Committee (NOC) of the United States, and the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF), as well as the Fédération Internationale de Natation (FINA) and the Fédération Internationale de Gymnastique (FIG).
The 2028 Summer Olympics are expected to feature athletes from over 200 nations, including United States, China, Russia, and Great Britain, with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) working to ensure that all nations have the opportunity to participate, as seen in the 2012 Summer Olympics and the 2016 Summer Olympics. The United Nations (UN) has also played a role in promoting the Olympics and encouraging international participation, with the support of organizations such as the International Paralympic Committee (IPC) and the Special Olympics. The Olympic Charter outlines the rules and regulations for participation, with the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) working to ensure that athletes compete fairly and without the use of performance-enhancing substances, as seen in the Tour de France and the Olympic Games.
The 2028 Summer Olympics medal count is expected to be highly competitive, with nations such as United States, China, and Great Britain vying for the top spot, as seen in the 2012 Summer Olympics and the 2016 Summer Olympics. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has implemented various initiatives to promote fair play and sportsmanship, with the support of organizations such as the United States Olympic Committee (USOC), the National Olympic Committee (NOC) of the United States, and the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). The Olympic medal is a symbol of excellence and achievement, with athletes such as Michael Phelps, Usain Bolt, and Simone Biles having won numerous medals in previous Olympics, including the 2008 Summer Olympics and the 2012 Summer Olympics.
The 2028 Summer Olympics have been surrounded by various concerns and controversies, including issues related to cost overruns, traffic congestion, and security, as seen in the 2012 Summer Olympics and the 2016 Summer Olympics. The Los Angeles Organizing Committee (LAOC) has worked to address these concerns, with the support of organizations such as the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the United States Olympic Committee (USOC), and the National Olympic Committee (NOC) of the United States, as well as the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD). The Olympic Games have also been impacted by global events, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, which has affected the 2020 Summer Olympics and the 2022 Winter Olympics, with the IOC and other organizations working to ensure the safety and success of the games, as seen in the 2008 Summer Olympics and the 2012 Summer Olympics.